

5385 Chelsen Wood DriveJohns Creek, GA 30097
Single Family · 4 Beds · 3 Full Baths · 1 Half Bath · 4,000 Sq. ft. | 0.94 Acres5385 Chelsen Wood Drive Overview
- Time on Site:
- 87 days
- Visits:
- 13
Rare opportunity to own a beautifully updated one-acre Chattahoochee riverfront home in the highly sought-after Thornhill community of Johns Creek. Nestled on a gorgeous, tree-lined lot with tranquil river views, this exceptional residence offers a rare blend of natural beauty, refined design, luxury finishes, and a more manageable low-maintenance lifestyle in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods. Thoughtfully designed for comfortable everyday living, the home features a light-filled open floor plan, expansive windows, and inviting spaces that capture the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The professionally renovated kitchen is a true standout, appointed with premium LEICHT German cabinetry, sleek high-end finishes, and seamless flow into the main living areas, creating a sophisticated yet easy-to-live-in atmosphere throughout. The main-level primary suite offers true everyday convenience and serves as a peaceful retreat, complete with a spa-inspired marble bath featuring heated marble floors, Jacuzzi tub, and steam shower. Every detail of the home reflects quality, comfort, and thoughtful design for buyers who value a refined lifestyle without the upkeep of a much larger property. Additional highlights include hardwood flooring, custom California Closets, whole-home audio, integrated smart-home technology, updated garage doors, EV charger, and a 3-car garage. Extensive improvements throughout the property reflect exceptional care, quality, and attention to detail. Outdoor living is equally special. The extended, screened porch overlooks the Chattahoochee River and provides a beautiful setting for morning coffee, quiet evenings, or simply enjoying the peaceful waterfront surroundings. The walk-out backyard leads directly to the river, offering a unique lifestyle opportunity rarely found in Johns Creek. Professionally landscaped grounds include a heated greenhouse, fruit trees, and remaining rare impervious allowance creating valuable flexibility for a future pool, expanded outdoor living, or other improvements. With over $500,000 invested in renovations, finishes, technology, and landscaping, this home offers an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking luxury, privacy, main-level living, and the beauty of a premier waterfront setting without the maintenance demands of a much larger estate. Ideally located near top-rated schools, the Atlanta Athletic Club, premier shopping, dining, and parks. This is a truly special offering in Thornhill—beautifully updated, thoughtfully designed, and perfectly positioned to enjoy the very best of Johns Creek riverfront living.
5385 Chelsen Wood Drive Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 4,000
- Price/Sq.ft. $399
- Lot 0.94 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association Fee: 1850
- Association Fee 2: 0
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Reserve Fund, Security, Swim, Tennis
- Association: Yes
School Information
- School Bus Route Elem: Yes
- School Bus Route High: Yes
- School Bus Route Middle: Yes
- Elementary School: Medlock Bridge
- Middle Or Junior School: Autrey Mill
- High School: Johns Creek
Green Features
- Green Energy Efficient: Appliances, Insulation, HVAC
- Green Energy Generation: None
Building Information
- Year Built: 2000
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Fulton - GA
- Subdivision Name: THORNHILL
Community/Development
- Community Features: Barbecue, Catering Kitchen, Clubhouse, Meeting Room, Near Shopping, Near Trails/Greenway, Pickleball, Park, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights
Rent/Lease Information
- Association Rent Restrictions: No
- Land Lease: No
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: 5151
- Tax Year: 2024
General Information
- Listing Terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Parcel Number: 11 073200190183
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
Interior
Parking Information
- Garage Spaces: 3
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 3
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms Total: 4
- Bedrooms Total: 4
Building Interior
- Above Grade Finished Area: 4000
- Below Grade Finished Area: 0
- Building Area Source: Agent Measured
- Building Area Total: 4000
General Information
- Accessibility Features: None
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Water Heater, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Basement: None
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Electric: 220 Volts in Garage, 110 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Fireplace Features: Brick, Family Room, Fire Pit, Gas Starter, Glass Doors, Living Room
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Flooring: Hardwood, Marble, Other, Stone
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas
- Interior Features: Bookcases, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer 2 Story, High Speed Internet, High Ceilings 10 ft Main, High Ceilings 10 ft Upper, Recessed Lighting, Smart Home, Entrance Foyer, Sound System, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Hall, Main Level
- Levels: Two
- Main Level Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Level Bedrooms: 1
- Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Irrigation Equipment
- Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
- Spa Features: None
- Window Features: Aluminum Frames, Double Pane Windows
Room Information
- Bedroom Features: Master on Main
Exterior
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Garage
- Parking Total: 3
Lot Information
- Land Lot: United Sta
- Lot Features: Navigable River On Lot, Level, Stream or River On Lot, Wooded, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
- Lot Size Acres: 0.939
- Lot Size Dimensions: 130x289x300x155
- Lot Size Source: Plans
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Water Source: Public
Waterfront/View
- Waterfrontage Length: 155
- View: River, Water, Trees/Woods
- Water Body Name: Other
- Waterfront Features: River Front
Building Exterior/Construction
- Dock: Other
- Architectural Style: Contemporary, European, Traditional
- Construction Materials: Spray Foam Insulation, Stucco
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Screened
- Property Attached: No
- Roof: Other
General Information
- Exterior Features: Awning(s), Garden, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Balcony
- Fencing: Invisible, Wrought Iron
- Horse Amenities: None
- Other Structures: Greenhouse
- Pool Features: None
- Pool Private: No
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities, Water Available
5385 Chelsen Wood Drive Neighborhood
Community
30097 (DULUTH) Demographics
Schools
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5385 Chelsen Wood Drive History
| Date | Value | Agent |
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| 6/29/2026Source: Georgia MLS | Sold |
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| 6/26/2026Source: FMLS | Pending |
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| 4/26/2026Source: Georgia MLS | Active Under Contract |
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| 4/26/2026Source: FMLS | Active Under Contract |
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| 4/19/2026Source: Georgia MLS | Active |
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| 4/17/2026Source: Georgia MLS | $1,595,000 -3.3% |
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| 4/17/2026Source: Georgia MLS | Price Change |
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| 4/17/2026Source: FMLS | $1,595,000 -3.3% |
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| 4/9/2026Source: FMLS | Active |
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| 4/8/2026Source: Georgia MLS | New |
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| 4/6/2026Source: FMLS | Coming Soon |
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| 4/4/2026Source: FMLS | Active |
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| 4/3/2026Source: Georgia MLS | April 03, 2026 |
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| 4/3/2026Source: FMLS | April 03, 2026 |
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| 11/26/2025Source: FMLS | November 26, 2025 |

